# Chemotherapy Clinical Research Nurse > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/chemotherapy-clinical-research-nurse/56642295-d3ed-473e-964a-eaeb022abc63 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/chemotherapy-clinical-research-nurse/56642295-d3ed-473e-964a-eaeb022abc63.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Canterbury - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Nurse (adult and children) - **Grade:** Band 6 - **Salary:** £39,959 - £48,117 per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time, Flexible working, 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-06-21T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-15T13:43:10.217Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Kent/Margate/East_Kent_Hospitals_University_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Research_Innovation/Research_Innovation-v8084206 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8084206?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview The chemotherapy clinical research nurse role will be part of the research workforce within the Trust and will support the delivery of high-quality research studies. Our portfolio of oncology and haematology studies is increasing and we are therefore looking for a motivated, skilful and knowledgeable Systemic Anti Canter Therapy (SACT) trained nurse who works well as part of a team. Knowledge of clinical research is favourable but not essential. The postholder will be an autonomous practitioner working within the multidisciplinary team to deliver in-house, national and international clinical trials. Whilst the primary base will be at the Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother hospital within the Clinical Research Facility (CRF), the post holder will be expected to work alongside the East Kent Cancer Research Centre, based at the Kent and Canterbury Hospital which will require hybrid working across all sites. This will require frequent travel between sites. The post holder will provide specialised clinical nursing care, with a specific focus on the delivery of systemic anti-cancer therapies within a clinical trial setting. ### Main duties of the job Responsibilities will include education of patients and colleagues, the coordination of care for patients on clinical trials, collection, processing and shipping of biological samples, trial data collection, the administration of SACT and investigational medicinal products, collection and reporting of clinical trial data, collection and reporting of unexpected side effects. The post holder will have sufficient skills and experience to practice independently and within the wider team, building up a specialised knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials, therapies and related diseases. Although the post holder will focus on oncology and haematology studies you would be also be expected to support other trials with patients or healthy volunteers in the CRF. The core working hours are 8-6pm but some evenings, weekend and bank holiday working may be required dependant on the need of the service. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification. ## Job Details The chemotherapy clinical research nurse role will be part of the research workforce within the Trust and will support the delivery of high-quality research studies. Our portfolio of oncology and haematology studies is increasing and we are therefore looking for a motivated, skilful and knowledgeable Systemic Anti Canter Therapy (SACT) trained nurse who works well as part of a team. Knowledge of clinical research is favourable but not essential. The postholder will be an autonomous practitioner working within the multidisciplinary team to deliver in-house, national and international clinical trials. Whilst the primary base will be at the Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother hospital within the Clinical Research Facility (CRF), the post holder will be expected to work alongside the East Kent Cancer Research Centre, based at the Kent and Canterbury Hospital which will require hybrid working across all sites. This will require frequent travel between sites. The post holder will provide specialised clinical nursing care, with a specific focus on the delivery of systemic anti-cancer therapies within a clinical trial setting. ## Job Description Responsibilities will include education of patients and colleagues, the coordination of care for patients on clinical trials, collection, processing and shipping of biological samples, trial data collection, the administration of SACT and investigational medicinal products, collection and reporting of clinical trial data, collection and reporting of unexpected side effects. The post holder will have sufficient skills and experience to practice independently and within the wider team, building up a specialised knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials, therapies and related diseases. Although the post holder will focus on oncology and haematology studies you would be also be expected to support other trials with patients or healthy volunteers in the CRF. The core working hours are 8-6pm but some evenings, weekend and bank holiday working may be required dependant on the need of the service. ## Responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification. ## Person Specification ### Governance **Essential** - Knowledge of clinical research standards and regulations - Knowledge of safety reporting and pharmacovigilance - Current understanding of key issues facing the NHS both locally and nationally **Desirable** - Basic understanding of research design and methodology ### Other requirement **Essential** - Flexible attitude and enthusiasm - Committed to self development **Desirable** - Car owner and driver ### Qualifications and training **Essential** - Registered Nurse with current NMC registration - Degree or willingness to undertake - Evidence of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) - Recognised chemotherapy course **Desirable** - Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience in oncology or haematology nursing - Formal research training - IATA training - GCP training ### Clinical skills and experience **Essential** - Minimum of 3 years of post registration experience - Proven SACT competence- completion of formal training - 1 year experience as a band 5 in haemato-oncology setting - Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner - Venepuncture/Cannulation/IV drug adminisation/CVAD access - Proven experience as working as part of a multidisciplinary team - Ability to prioritise workload and manage own time effectively with proven organisational skills - Ability to work to targets and deadlines - It skills including email and office packages - Ability to work as part of a team with excellent collaborative and negotiation skills **Desirable** - Previous experience of delivering cancer clinical trials - Previous experience of working in clinical research within the NHS - Experienced in teaching others and responding to learning needs - Mentorship - Previous line management experience - Working knowledge and experience of the appraisal process - Previous use of system: KOMS/DATIX/PAS/Imedidata/INFORM/REDCAP ### Personal/professional attributes **Essential** - Upholds and models the Trust values - Professional and punctual - Meticulous attention to detail and interpersonal skills - Excellent team player - Ongoing professional development **Desirable** - Calm, supportive, motivated and adaptable ## Documents - [job description and person specification (pdf, 484.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10376822) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.